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Everything you need to know about Changa Rai Uttar: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

483 people rescued from flooded areas in north India: NDRF

June 19, 2013 at 4:28 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) A total of 483 people were rescued by the NDRF from flood-affected areas caused by torrential rains in various places of north India, including Uttarakhand, a disaster management official said Wednesday.

PM assures all help to flood-hit Uttarakhand

June 18, 2013 at 9:32 PM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Tuesday directed all central government agencies to assist in rescue and relief operations in flood-affected Uttarakhand and assured Chief Minister Vijay Bahuguna of all help, a statement said.

Case filed against SP leader's son for rape, murder

June 17, 2013 at 2:36 PM

Rajpura (Uttar Pradesh), June 17 (ANI): A case has been lodged against son of a Samajwadi Party (SP) leader and his aide on charges of raping and murdering of a woman in the Rajpura area, of Uttar Pradesh.

Ansari, Akhilesh to open media conclave

June 14, 2013 at 7:16 PM

Aligarh, June 14 (IANS) Vice President Hamid Ansari and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav will inaugurate the 17th Biennial National Conference of the National Union of Journalists (India) here Saturday.

Congress, SP raise communal factor as Amit Shah takes charge of BJP in UP

June 12, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Lucknow/New Delhi, June 12 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Rita Bahuguna Joshi on Wednesday lashed out at Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi's trusted aide Amit Shah after he took over as the in-charge of state's BJP, saying the latter brings with him a communal wave which is not good.

BJP old guard in UP bat for Advani

June 11, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Lucknow, June 11 (IANS) The BJP's old guard in Uttar Pradesh, worried over the rise and rise of Narendra Modi, appears to be rallying behind the veteran L.K. Advani who Monday quit from all party posts.

Pleasant morning in Lucknow, monsoon on schedule

June 11, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Lucknow, June 11 (IANS) The residents of Uttar Pradesh capital Lucknow woke up to a cloudy and pleasant morning Tuesday with the temperature dropping to 24 degrees Celsius - four degrees below normal. The local weather office said the monsoon would arrive in the state on time.

Hiked power tariff comes into effect in UP

June 10, 2013 at 8:49 AM

Lucknow, June 10 (IANS) The power tariff hike announced May 31 came into effect in Uttar Pradesh Monday. Domestic users would now pay 35 percent more for power, while the rural sector would have to pay 45 percent more.

UP CM Akhilesh pitches National Health Insurance Scheme for poor

June 7, 2013 at 6:49 PM

Lucknow, June 7 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Friday anounced a scheme for providing medical aid to the poor at subsidised rates.

Rains lash Lucknow

June 7, 2013 at 11:05 AM

Lucknow, June 7 (IANS) Heavy rains lashed Lucknow and nearby districts Friday, considerably bringing down the temperature.

NHRC issues notice to UP for cops beating woman

June 6, 2013 at 7:53 PM

New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Thursday asked the Uttar Pradesh government to explain the alleged beating of a woman by policemen at a police station in Aligarh.

Akhilesh seeks central support to battle Maoists

June 5, 2013 at 8:09 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Wednesday demanded extra central aid to states facing Maoist challenge.

Akhilesh to give away 8,000 free laptops

June 2, 2013 at 6:25 PM

Ghaziabad, June 2 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav will Monday give away 8,000 laptops to students here.

Cool weekend in Lucknow

June 1, 2013 at 12:41 PM

Lucknow, June 1 (IANS) Lucknow and many parts of Uttar Pradesh woke up to a pleasant weekend Saturday, as clouds hovered above and cool winds blew across the city. Many cities in the state have reported rain.

Singapore delegation visits UP

May 31, 2013 at 8:01 PM

Lucknow, May 31 (IANS) A government-cum-business delegation from Singapore Friday visited the Uttar Pradesh capital and evinced interest in investment opportunities.

Man murdered in UP court

May 29, 2013 at 4:52 PM

Aligarh, May 29 (IANS) A man accused of murder was Wednesday shot dead by five gunmen in a court premises here in Uttar Pradesh, police said. Policemen escorting him abandoned him when the attack began.

Constable commits suicide in UP

May 29, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Lucknow, May 29 (IANS) A 26-year-old police constable shot himself dead in Uttar Pradesh Wednesday, police said.

Ten Uttar Pradesh cricketers under scanner for IPL spot fixing: State police

May 28, 2013 at 6:28 PM

Lucknow, May 28 (ANI): A senior Uttar Pradesh police official on Tuesday said that at least ten cricketers from the state were under the scanner for being involved in spot fixing during the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Akhilesh seeks UPA's support for Muslim reservation

May 28, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Lucknow, May 28 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Tuesday sought support from the UPA government at the centre to effect a constitutional amendment to ensure reservations for Muslims as per the recommendations of the Sachar Committee.

UP CM Akhilesh Yadav promises upliftment of minorities

May 28, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Lucknow, May 28 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday promised development projects for minorities, especially Muslims, in accordance with the policies of the Central Government.

UP announces compensation for kin of terror accused

May 27, 2013 at 1:25 PM

Lucknow, May 27 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government has announced financial compensation of Rs.600,000 to the family of Khalid Mujahid, the serial blast accused, who died last week.

NHRC seeks report from UP over women's beating

May 24, 2013 at 6:38 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Friday sought a report from Uttar Pradesh Police over five women being assaulted in Lalitpur district.

43 senior UP cops shifted 40 times, one 59 times!

May 22, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Lucknow, May 22 (IANS) An Indian Police Service (IPS) officer in Uttar Pradesh has been transferred a staggering 59 times in his careeer, while 43 of his colleagues have been shifted more than 40 times, a Right To Information (RTI) query has revealed.

Thirteen killed in truck-bus collision in Uttar Pradesh

May 21, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Kannauj (Uttar Pradesh), May 21 (ANI): At least thirteen people were killed and 24 others injured in a road accident in the Sadar police station area of Uttar Pradesh's Kannauj District this morning.

Congress names new zonal chiefs in Uttar Pradesh

May 20, 2013 at 11:34 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Miffed over the performance of its eight zonal in charges, including two central ministers, in politically crucial Uttar Pradesh, the Congress appointed a new team Monday.

Illegal structures on Yamuna, Hindon banks to be demolished

May 20, 2013 at 9:02 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) The National Green Tribunal (NGT) Monday ordered the demolition of all unauthorised structures on the flood plains and river beds of Yamuna and Hindon rivers in Haryana, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, officials said.

Lodge FIRs against two BSP ministers: UP Lokayukta

May 20, 2013 at 8:06 PM

Lucknow, May 20 (IANS) The noose tightened against BSP leaders Monday with the Uttar Pradesh Lokayukta asking Chief Minister Akhlish Yadav to lodge first information reports (FIR) against two former ministers for corruption.

Congress names new zonal chiefs in Uttar Pradesh

May 20, 2013 at 6:38 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Miffed over the performance of its eight zonal chiefs, including two central ministers, in the politically crucial Uttar Pradesh, the Congress appointed a new team Monday, said party sources.

Man accused of assaulting women activists on run

May 19, 2013 at 12:46 PM

Lalitpur (Uttar Pradesh), May 19 (IANS) A goon who misbehaved with five Dalit women activists a week ago in Uttar Pradesh is on the run, with officials planning to auction his house and property, police said Sunday.

6.4 million Indians suffer from cancer and bronchial diseases

May 17, 2013 at 8:30 PM

Kannauj (Uttar Pradesh), May 17 (ANI): Despite government's claim to provide better healthcare, 6.4 million people in India suffer from cancer and bronchial diseases.

Man who abused lower caste women not arrested

May 17, 2013 at 6:54 PM

Lalitpur (Uttar Pradesh), May 17 (IANS) In another case of police apathy in cases of gender-related violence, activists alleged here Friday that a man who physically and verbally abused five lower caste women has not been arrested even five days after a complaint was filed against him.

Five killed in UP wall collapse

May 16, 2013 at 9:58 AM

Lucknow, May 16 (IANS) Five passers-by were buried alive when an old wall of a house collapsed in Uttar Pradesh's Bhadohi town, police said Thursday.

National Hockey: Mumbai score over Uttar Pradesh

May 12, 2013 at 9:18 PM

Bangalore, May 12 (IANS) Defending champions Mumbai got their campaign back on track with a 3-0 win over Uttar Pradesh in the preliminary league of the 64th senior National men's hockey championship for the Rangaswamy Cup here Sunday.

Meghalaya's controversial private varsity has centres in UP

May 10, 2013 at 9:10 PM

Shillong, May 10 (IANS) Meghalaya Governor R.S. Mooshahary Friday said the controversial CMJ University, involved in issuing fake Ph.D. degrees to students, had also established centres in almost all districts of Uttar Pradesh.

President Mukherjee calls for ensuring safety, security of women and children

May 10, 2013 at 7:50 PM

Lucknow, May 10 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday said that the rising incidents of crime against women and children call for effective measures to ensure their safety and security, and added that it also calls for arresting the moral decline in our society.

US varsity invite for UP minister

May 9, 2013 at 11:04 AM

Lucknow, May 9 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Irrigation Minister Shiv Pal Singh Yadav has been invited by the US' John Hopkins University to share his experiences on flood control and expediting a water sector restructuring project in his state, an official said Thursday.

Kumbh pontoons to be used elsewhere in UP

May 8, 2013 at 12:08 PM

Lucknow, May 8 (IANS) The 18 pontoon bridges used during the 56-day Kumbh this year will be used to build temporary bridges in many parts of Uttar Pradesh.

Akhilesh hints at arrests of BSP ministers involved in corruption

May 7, 2013 at 7:04 PM

Lucknow, May 7 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Tuesday hinted of impending trouble in form of arrests of former Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) ministers in the state by categorically asserting that law would be allowed to take its own free course in graft matters.

Goa asked to send proposal for tiger reserve

May 6, 2013 at 7:45 PM

New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) The union environment and forests ministry has asked the Goa government to send proposals to set up a tiger reserve at the Mhadei wildlife sanctuary, parliament was told Monday.

Health minister to represent Uttar Pradesh at ADB meet

May 3, 2013 at 10:52 AM

Lucknow, May 3 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh will be represented by Health Minister Ahmad Hasan at the 46th annual body meeting of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), currently underway at Greater Noida, officials said Friday.

Wrap up party for 'Gulaab Gang'

May 1, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Mumbai, May 1 (IANS) The shooting for "Gulaab Gang" has been completed and its producer, Anubhav Sinha, threw a wrap up party and said that they managed to complete the film before schedule.

UP accepts NHRC recommendation on children's deaths

April 30, 2013 at 7:24 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) On the recommendations of the NHRC, the Uttar Pradesh government has given Rs.3 lakh to the kin of each of the four children who were electrocuted while they were bathing in a canal three years ago.

Samajwadi Party condemns Azam Khan's detention at US airport

April 27, 2013 at 6:44 PM

Lucknow/New Delhi, Apr. 27 (ANI): The Samajwadi Party (SP) on Saturday condemned the detention of its leader and Uttar Pradesh Urban Development minister Azam Khan at the Boston airport.

SC raps police forces over treatment of women

April 25, 2013 at 10:36 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) The Supreme Court Thursday said that it would take a very serious view of another incident of police violence against a woman, and the person involved would have to bear the wrath of the court.

Akhilesh calls for third front

April 22, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Chennai, April 22 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday called for a third front at the national level as the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have both failed in their promises.

More amendments needed to make anti-rape law stronger: Mayawati

April 22, 2013 at 5:00 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati Monday said an all-party meeting should be held to suggest amendments to tackle any shortcomings in the anti-rape law and also called for death penalty in cases of barbaric rapes.

Fire engulfs Kanpur transport factory

April 19, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Kanpur, April 19 (ANI): A massive fire engulfed a transport factory in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur city on Friday afternoon.

New transfer policy announced in Uttar Pradesh

April 19, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Lucknow, April 19 (IANS) Finding itself having to explain the frequent transfers of officials, the Uttar Pradesh government has come out with a new transfer policy, to take effect in May. Sources said Friday a government order has been issued in this regard.

Action is my forte: Tiger Shroff

April 15, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Mumbai, April 15 (IANS) Tiger Shroff has already started shooting for his debut film "Heropanti" with routine scenes but will soon go into heavy duty dancing and then what he loves the best - the action sequences.

Ambedkar hoardings: Mayawati accuses UP government of indulging in political vendetta

April 14, 2013 at 3:24 PM

Lucknow, April 14 (ANI): Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati on Sunday accused the incumbent Samajwadi Party government in the state of political vendetta for removing hoardings installed near the Bhimrao Ambedkar Samajik Parivartan Sthal in the city to mark his 122th birth anniversary.

UP announces Rs.20 lakh each for soldiers' families

April 11, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Lucknow, April 11 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government Thursday announced an ex-gratia amount of Rs.20 lakh each to the families of two of the five Indian soldiers killed in South Sudan.

BHEL, NTPC to float 100 MW power joint venture

April 9, 2013 at 7:50 PM

Chennai, April 9 (IANS) Two of India's power sector majors -- equipment-maker BHEL and power-generator NTPC -- are together to set up a 100 MW power plant based on Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) technology.

Children kill their father in Saharanpur

April 8, 2013 at 3:33 PM

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) Apr 8 (ANI): Two sons and a daughter in Saharanpur district of Uttar Pradesh allegedly murdered their own father, said police on Monday.

Advani wants stronger BJP in UP

April 3, 2013 at 11:08 PM

Lucknow, April 3 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L.K. Advani Wednesday asked the Uttar Pradesh unit to strengthen the party in the state and fight graft.

People hate VIP security cars impacting their lives: SC

April 3, 2013 at 10:20 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) People hate red lights, the Supreme Court said Wednesday, hoping that some day they will be spared of the VIP escort cars, except that of constitutional functionaries, passing by them with their sirens blaring.

Four sisters suffer acid attack in UP town

April 3, 2013 at 5:08 PM

Lucknow, April 3 (IANS) Four sisters were sprayed with acid by bike-borne assailants when the girls were returning home from a coaching centre in Uttar Pradesh, police said Wednesday.

'UP will move on a progressive path': Akhilesh Yadav

April 2, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Lucknow, Apr. 2 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday said that the state would tread the path of development and the ruling Samajwadi Party would work in the interest of the farmers.

'Stable' UPA will complete its full term: Manish Tewari

March 30, 2013 at 12:10 PM

Ujjain, Mar. 30 (ANI): Asserting that the ruling Congress Party has very successfully run a coalition for the last nine years, Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari on Saturday said the UPA Government is completely stable and will complete its full term.

Mulayam says 'no plans to withdraw support to UPA Govt.'

March 29, 2013 at 8:42 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 29 (ANI): Samajwadi Party (SP) supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav on Friday said that he has no plans now to withdraw support to the Congress-led UPA II Government at the Centre.

Chidambaram lauds Akhilesh Govt., assures central assistance to UP

March 29, 2013 at 2:10 PM

Lucknow, Mar. 29 (ANI): Finance Minister P. Chidambaram on Friday reached out to the Akhilesh Yadav-led Samajwadi Party (SP) Government in Uttar Pradesh, and assured full central assistance in the state's development.

Delhi Metro firing: Accused commits suicide

March 27, 2013 at 3:30 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 27 (ANI): The man who killed his wife and injured his father-in-law at the Kakardooma Metro station on Tuesday, has committed suicide in Muradnagar, Uttar Pradesh.

Uttar Pradesh Police to appoint 24000 constables and 4000 sub-inspectors

March 22, 2013 at 12:03 PM

Uttar Pradesh government has sanctioned a major recruitment drive under which 2,200 computer operators, 4,000 sub-inspectors and 24,000 constables would be recruited.

Eight killed in truck-jeep collision

March 20, 2013 at 10:50 PM

Lucknow, March 20 (IANS) Eight people were killed and three injured after a truck rammed into a jeep in Jaunpur in Uttar Pradesh Wednesday, police said.

Bollywood brigade in Manish Malhotra show

March 16, 2013 at 10:46 AM

New Delhi, March 16 (IANS) Ace designer Manish Malhotra opted for young actors including Sidharth Malhotra, Esha Gupta and Jacqueline Fernandez who sashayed down the runway to showcase a collection titled 'Threads of Emotions' at the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week (WIFW).

Ex-ITBP trooper kills self at Metro station

March 12, 2013 at 7:34 PM

Noida, March 12 (IANS) A retired commandant of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police Tuesday committed suicide by jumping before a Delhi Metro train in this Uttar Pradesh town, police said.

UP gives away free laptops to students

March 11, 2013 at 6:11 PM

Lucknow, March 11 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday kick-started the distribution of laptops to college students -- in line with his Samajwadi Party's election promise.

UP DSP death case: CBI may begin probe today

March 7, 2013 at 12:37 PM

The Crime Branch of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is likely to begin a probe into the murder of Uttar Pradesh deputy superintendent of police (DSP) Zia-ul-Haq and two others Thursday, after getting a "request letter" from Uttar Pradesh government on Wednesday, officials said..........................

Women's car rally to highlight forest issues

March 6, 2013 at 8:11 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) To highlight the importance of saving forests and elephants, a women's car rally will be held from Delhi to Rishikesh in Uttarakhand from March 29 to 31. The rally also aims to spread awareness on women empowerment and breast cancer prevention.

Five MNS men arrested for beating north Indians

March 5, 2013 at 7:39 PM

Satara (Maharashtra), March 5 (IANS) Five party workers of the Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) were arrested Tuesday for beating up parents of north Indian students, police said.

Parliament adjourned over policeman's killing, petrol prices (Third Lead)

March 5, 2013 at 3:23 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) Both houses of parliament were disrupted and adjounred for the day Tuesday as members protested the petrol price hike and the killing of a police officer in Uttar Pradesh.

Lok Sabha adjourned for the day, Rajya Sabha till 2 p.m.

March 5, 2013 at 12:35 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) Both houses of parliament were disrupted Tuesday as members protested the petrol price hike and the killing of a police officer in Uttar Pradesh.

Rs.25,000 for Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims

February 26, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Lucknow, Feb 26 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh will give Rs.25,000 in cash subsidy to pilgrims from the state to undertake the arduous Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage to Tibet, an official said Tuesday.

Illegal guns, pistols seized in Delhi, two held

February 24, 2013 at 7:23 PM

New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) Two suppliers of illegal arms were arrested and a carbine machine gun, eight pistols and a revolver were recovered from them here, police said Sunday.

Rains bring back winter chill in Uttar Pradesh

February 16, 2013 at 11:45 AM

Lucknow, Feb 16 (IANS) Heavy rains lashed most parts of Uttar Pradesh Saturday, bringing back the winter chill, the Met office said.

Allahabad railway station stampede failure of Railways Ministry, UP Govt.: TMC

February 11, 2013 at 12:19 PM

Kolkata/Allahabad, Feb. 11 (ANI): Expressing shock over the stampede that took place at the Allahabad railway station yesterday, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Saugata Roy on Monday held the Ministry of Railways and the Samajwadi Party (SP) Government in Uttar Pradesh responsible for the unpleasant incident.

Prime minister condoles stampede deaths

February 10, 2013 at 11:47 PM

New Delhi, Feb 10 (IANS) Condoling the death of pilgrims in a stampede in Allahabad railway station Sunday, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh told central ministries to extend all possible help to Uttar Pradesh government in relief operations, officials said.

Fresh spell of snow blankets tourist hotspot Shimla

February 6, 2013 at 1:15 PM

Shimla, Feb 6 (ANI): A fresh spell of snow has blanketed tourist hotspot Shimla in white.

Two runaway teenagers found after 15 months

January 30, 2013 at 7:42 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Two teenaged brothers who ran away from home 15 months ago after their parents forced them to work were found in Uttar Pradesh, police said Wednesday.

Mumbai Magicians searching for elusive victory

January 29, 2013 at 8:30 PM

Mumbai, Jan 29 (IANS) Bottom placed Dabur Mumbai Magicians would be hoping to register their maiden victory in the inaugural edition of the Hero Hockey India League Wednesday when they take on Uttar Pradesh Wizards in their eighth league encounter at the Mahindra Hockey stadium here.

Majority of women unaware of rights: Study

January 29, 2013 at 7:34 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Seventy percent of women in the national capital are unaware of constitutional and legal provisions made for them, a new study released Tuesday said.

Akhilesh Yadav woos investors to Uttar Pradesh

January 27, 2013 at 8:56 PM

Agra, Jan 27 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Sunday evening painted a rosy picture of the changed investment climate in the state and pro-active industrial policies of his government.

Fog in UP, rail and flight schedules disrupted

January 25, 2013 at 11:28 AM

Lucknow, Jan 25 (IANS) Rail and air services were hit Friday as a thick fog blanketed many parts of Uttar Pradesh.

Pitampura shootout: One more cattle thief arrested

January 21, 2013 at 8:08 PM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) A cattle thief involved in a shootout with police in Pitampura here was arrested from Meerut in Uttar Pradesh, police said Monday.

BJP to take out Atal Sankalp Yatra in Lucknow

January 21, 2013 at 11:36 AM

New Delhi, Jan.21 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will take out a Atal Sankalp Yatra here on Monday to protest against the diesel price hike and general price rise.

India ups polio immunisation at borders to prevent re-entry

January 20, 2013 at 4:22 PM

New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANS) India has stepped up vigilance at its borders to prevent the re-entry of polio from Pakistan as it aims to continue its two-year run free from the paralytic disease.

On the trail of the Buddha with Indian Railways

January 20, 2013 at 4:14 PM

New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANS) It's a train that will take you on a trail of the life of the Buddha. As a trial run this time, the Mahaparinirvana Express that set out from here Sunday on a week's journey will also feature sites in Odisha.

Artists create sand sculptures in Varanasi showcasing burning issues in the country

January 20, 2013 at 12:41 PM

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), Jan.20 (ANI): Artists in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, have created sand sculptures that showcase burning issues affecting the common man.

Indian student invents alarm clock that shocks you out of bed

January 18, 2013 at 12:01 PM

London, Jan 18 (ANI): An Indian student, who was unable to get up in time for lectures, has invented an alarm clock that wakes up the owner with a shock.

Juvenile inmates go on rampage in UP, many escpae

January 16, 2013 at 10:33 PM

Lucknow, Jan 16 (IANS) Juvenile inmates of a reform centre in Uttar Pradesh fought pitched battles and injured some security personnel Wednesday, police said. Many inmates also escaped.

Has Mayawati mellowed at 57?

January 15, 2013 at 7:05 PM

Lucknow, Jan 15 (IANS) No multi-crore currency note garlands, no multi-tiered cakes, no pomp and show... Has a spell out of power mellowed firebrand BSP supremo Mayawati? If the low-key celebrations Tuesday on her 57th birthday are any indication, 'Behenji' is now a changed person and so admit her close aides.

North India under grip of enduring cold wave, death toll reaches 233 in U.P.

January 10, 2013 at 12:01 PM

New Delhi/Lucknow, Jan 10 (ANI): In spite of marginal improvement in temperatures, mercury levels in north India on Thursday (January 10) continued to be low enough to give people a lot of discomfort.

'Let us dedicate 2013 to improving safety, security and dignity of women': Mukherjee

January 8, 2013 at 7:45 PM

Lucknow, Jan. 8 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday said that a country is not civilised if it cannot respect its mothers, daughters and sisters.

Mercury dips further in Uttar Pradesh

January 8, 2013 at 9:59 AM

Lucknow, Jan 8 (IANS) The meteorological department in Uttar Pradesh Tuesday predicted heavy frosting during the night even as temperatures across the state fell to a new low.

Mayawati demands president's rule in Uttar Pradesh

January 7, 2013 at 4:55 PM

Lucknow, Jan 7 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati Monday demanded that president's rule be imposed in Uttar Pradesh, and c laimed there was a total breakdown of law and order in the state.

Naming anti-rape law after girl will be an honour, says her family

January 2, 2013 at 1:27 PM

Ballia (Uttar Pradesh), Jan.2 (ANI): Family members of the 23-year-old woman who died 13 days after being gang raped on the night of December 16, have reportedly welcomed UNion Human Resource Development Minister Shashi Tharoor's suggestion of naming the revised anti-rape law after their daughter.

Mumbai, Karnataka qualify for Ranji quarters

January 1, 2013 at 6:53 PM

Mumbai, Jan 1 (IANS) Thirty-nine times champions Mumbai finished third in Group A to qualify for the knock-out stages of the Ranji Trophy as they take on Baroda in the quarter-final leg here beginning Jan 6.

Cold wave sweeps north India; death toll reaches 97 in UP

January 1, 2013 at 11:57 AM

Lucknow/ New Delhi, Jan 1 (ANI): People across India face the wrath of dipping mercury, as the cold wave further intensified in several parts of the country.

UP to give Rs.20 lakh to Delhi rape victim's family

December 31, 2012 at 9:17 PM

Lucknow, Dec 31 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday announced Rs.20 lakh as financial aid to the family of the New Delhi gang-rape victim.

UP government's utterances on women ring hollow

December 31, 2012 at 3:49 PM

Lucknow, Dec 31 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav's words of support or his father Samajwadi Party supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav's statements on crimes against women ring hollow in a state that reported over 1,500 rape cases in nine months and where a man facing rape charges continues to be minister.

Broadcasters urged to respect privacy of gang-rape victim

December 29, 2012 at 8:21 PM

New Delhi, Dec 29 (IANS) Anticipating "chaos" and resultant "bad publicity" in the coverage of the events after the death of the 23-year-old gang-rape victim, the National Broadcasters' Association Saturday urged its members to show "complete respect for privacy" of the woman.